Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. Below are the companies within reach of Sidney, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Sidney
40 repair companies serve Sidney from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Dayton (15), Lima (4), and Beavercreek (3). The farthest listed company is about 46 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 10.1 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 36 businesses. Sidney is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.1, 11.7, 20.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 58 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
The leading options for Sidney are Authorized Service (28.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Piqua, 4.1 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moran Refrigeration Inc. (20.6 miles away, based in St Marys, 4.4 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Sidney is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Sidney.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Sidney
Most ice machine calls in Sidney come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Sidney
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Sidney, OH
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Before you call a Sidney technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.